Make a splash this summer with a great selection of products, selected and tested by fellow moms!
We have compiled a great list of items to help you make the most of the hot season! Be sure to include a couple or all of these gift ideas for the special people in your life. Moms share the good stuff!!!
Top items to make a splash this summer:
- ZULU Base Water Bottle
- Tick Talk Kids Smartwatch
- Completing the Puzzle
- Ray-Ban Disney Stitch Sunglasses
- GoKit by Keep Going First Aid
- LingoKids
- FIFA Arcade Soccer Roundabout
- Elizabeth Bradley Design Needlepoint Kit
- Slime Kitchen Experience
- I’m the Chef too! STEM Cooking Kits
- iSense FlexiCool Adjustable Pillow
- Fiberbliss
- SFBAM Conservation Gear
1. ZULU Base Water Bottle
All you’ll need is one water bottle for the entire summer! The latest stainless steel bottle from ZULU comes with 3 lids: each water bottle comes with three lids allowing you to choose how you hydrate. Flip straw for one-handed hydration, a wide mouth twist cap for quick sips, and a flip chug lid for fast-flow hydration on the go. Pro Tip: Lid is top rack dishwasher safe, which makes cleaning a breeze.
2. Tick Talk Kids Smartwatch
The TickTalk 5 is a summer lifesaver for families juggling camps, sports, travel, and all the outdoor adventures ahead. This kid‑friendly, COPPA‑certified smartwatch lets little ones stay connected without needing a smartphone, and only with parent‑approved contacts. Kids get the independence they crave, while parents get calling, messaging, and GPS peace of mind. With fun features like SMS and in‑app chat, photo and video sharing, and secure cloud backup, it’s a smart, age‑appropriate way to keep everyone in touch during busy summer days. It even makes a thoughtful graduation gift for kids stepping into their next stage with a bit more freedom. Plans start at $9.99/month, no contract needed—easy, practical, and built for real family life.
3. Completing the Puzzle
The Completing the Puzzle subscription is such a fun summer essential for families who want more screen‑free downtime without adding more clutter. Each month, you get a beautifully curated jigsaw puzzle delivered right to your door—just pick a theme and difficulty level, and dive in. When you’re done, send it back and swap it for a brand‑new challenge. It keeps puzzle time fresh, exciting, and totally mess‑free. Everything ships in a reusable package with a prepaid return label, making it an eco‑friendly option too. And bonus: neuroscientists say puzzling is great for brain health, so it’s a win for kids and parents all summer long.
4. Ray-Ban Disney Stitch Sunglasses
5. GoKit by Keep Going First Aid
Whether your adventures take you around the world or close to home, the handy, compact Keep Going First Aid Kit has 130 pieces of essential first aid supplies. From burn relief to bandages, your family will be ready for anything! TSA-approved, the lightweight kit is packaged in an organized, stylish water & stain-resistant case for at home or on the go. Created by a mom of four for parents, travel, and adventure-loving families, the Keep Going First Aid Kit is essential for the entire family.
6. Lingokids
7. FIFA Arcade Soccer Roundabout
The FIFA Arcade Soccer Roundabout is a total summer win for kids 6 and up. With electronic scoring, multiple game modes, and a size 3 soccer ball included, it turns regular backyard kicks into a full‑on challenge. Kids can play solo or go head‑to‑head, and it works indoors or outdoors—perfect for long summer afternoons, playdates, and burning off energy without a screen in sight.
8. Elizabeth Bradley Design Needlepoint Kit
The Elizabeth Bradley Low Country Birds Needlepoint Kit is such a beautiful gift for any mom who loves slowing down with a creative project. Inspired by the peaceful wetlands of South Carolina, the Great Egret and Great Blue Heron designs bring a little bit of nature indoors in the most calming, elegant way. Each kit comes with premium wool, a printed canvas, and easy step‑by‑step guidance—so even busy moms can unwind and stitch something meaningful at their own pace. It’s the kind of project that feels grounding, creative, and deeply satisfying, and once finished, it becomes a keepsake she can proudly display at home. A thoughtful, slow‑living gift for the mom who appreciates beauty, craft, and a little quiet time to herself.
9. Slime Kitchen Experience
The Slime Kitchen is one of those summer activities that keeps kids happy, creative, and totally off screens—in the best way. Little makers get to design their own slime from start to finish, choosing colors, scents, textures, and mix‑ins to create something completely their own. It’s hands‑on, sensory fun that keeps them engaged while giving families an easy reason to get out of the house together. You can find Slime Kitchen at Stonestown Galleria, plus locations in Corte Madera, San Mateo, and San Jose. Find your go‑to spot for messy, creative summer magic!
10. I’m the Chef too! STEM Cooking Kits
I’m the Chef Too! turns summer learning into something kids actually beg to do. These monthly STEM‑based cooking kits transform your kitchen into a creative little lab, letting kids bake their way through science, space, geology, and more. Each kit comes with pre‑measured ingredients, specialty tools, and step‑by‑step guides so families can bake, build, and explore together—plus a bonus activity card with fun facts, experiments, and arts‑and‑crafts moments. With flexible plans, free shipping, and a brand‑new project every month (June’s cupcake geodes are adorable), it’s a delicious way to keep kids engaged, curious, and screen‑free all summer long.
11. iSense FlexiCool Adjustable Pillow
The iSense® customizable sleep system is a summer essential for any parent running on too little rest. With long days, late nights, travel, and nonstop kid energy, good sleep becomes the one thing that makes everything else feel easier. iSense’s dual‑adjustable hybrid mattress lets each sleeper fine‑tune their comfort level at the touch of a button, so you get the support and pressure relief your body needs after busy summer days. Paired with their adjustable, cooling pillows, it creates a personalized setup that adapts as your needs change. For moms and dads juggling work, family, and full summer schedules, deeper, more restorative sleep might just be the most underrated essential of the season.
12. Fiberbliss
FiberBlisss is a gentle, great‑tasting fiber boost that busy moms can easily mix into water or their favorite summer drinks for smoother digestion and steady energy all season long. Made with real fruit, real fiber, and no added sugars, dyes, or fillers, each serving delivers 6g of balanced soluble and insoluble fiber plus functional ingredients like quercetin, magnesium, ginger, and vitamin B5 to support gut health, immunity, and inflammation. Naturally sweetened with monk fruit and designed to be non‑bloating, it’s a clean, feel‑good daily ritual created by a mom who wanted a healthier alternative after navigating her own wellness challenges. It’s also SNAP‑eligible and ships free, making it an easy, accessible addition to any summer routine.
13. SFBAM Conservation Gear
Champion for animal and nature conservation with SFBAM gear for the whole family! Featuring local Bay Area animals, fun animal facts (who isn’t fascinated by poo?), and local mama pride, our assortment of apparel and accessories is meant to be rocked loud and proud! What’s more, we have partnered with EcoDrive to plant one tree per item purchased! You can breathe easy with this haul.
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